The score from the Mariners game against the Milwaukee Brewers is officially in: 0-22. Yeah, you read that right. A 22-run beatdown. That kind of loss leaves you just staring at the screen, wondering what the heck happened, and it definitely feels like a punch to the gut for Emerald City fans. While our guys are trying to shake off that kind of night, the baseball world isn’t stopping. Nope, it’s actually just getting started for some of the sport’s future stars.
A Night to Forget for Our M’s
What even *was* that game? A 22-0 loss against the Brewers isn’t just a loss, it’s a statement, and not the good kind. You never want to see your team on the wrong end of a score like that, especially early in the regular season. It’s the kind of performance that makes you question everything, and it’s certainly a tough pill for any Seattle fan to swallow. Our Mariners need to put this one behind them faster than you can say “T-Mobile Park hot dog.”
Youth Baseball Takes the Spotlight
But hey, if you need a palate cleanser from that crushing Mariners result, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, is where it’s at right now. The 2026 Little League World Series is fully underway, and it’s the center of the baseball universe for the next week and a half. Twenty teams from around the globe are battling it out in U.S. and international brackets. Last year’s champion, Taiwan, who also made the final in 2024, didn’t make it back this time, so we’re guaranteed to crown a brand new champion in 2026. These kids bring so much heart and passion, it’s truly a sight to see.
Catching Today’s Diamond Action
If you want to dive into some intense youth baseball, you’re in luck because there are games happening all day. Here’s a look at what’s on deck for Wednesday, August 19:
* **1 p.m. ET:** Caribbean vs. Latin America (ESPN, fubo)
* **3 p.m. ET:** Southeast vs. Northwest (ESPN, fubo)
* **5 p.m. ET:** Asia-Pacific vs. Canada (ESPN, fubo)
* **7 p.m. ET:** Metro vs. New England (ESPN, fubo)
All of these games are airing on ESPN and can be streamed live on fubo, which even offers a free trial for new users. And the action doesn’t stop there, with more games scheduled for Thursday, August 20, including Mexico vs. Australia at 12 p.m. ET and Curacao vs. Japan at 4 p.m. ET, also on ESPN and fubo. It’s a packed schedule, so let’s see which young squad starts to emerge as a contender. Who do you think is going to take home the championship trophy this year?
This article was created with AI assistance and published under Seattle On Tap’s editorial standards. See our Editorial Policy.
Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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